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  1. Create a stunning spring wreath with expert guidance from Nettie
    1. 28 Feb 2026
    2. 1 Mar 2026
    3. 21 Mar 2026
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    World-class snooker returns to Telford in 2026 as the Players Championship showcases the top 16 players from the one-year rankings in a week-long battle for the title.
    1. 17 Feb 202622 Feb 2026
  3. Fire, food and music collide at Embers Fire Festival
    1. 2 May 20263 May 2026
  4. World-class model air show with aerial pyrotechnics at Weston Park.
    1. 19 Jun 202621 Jun 2026
  5. A Krazy soapbox derby is heading to Telford Town Park
    1. 12 Jul 2026
  6. Hot air balloons in Telford Town Park arena
    Telford's annual Balloon Fiesta returns to Telford Town Park this August Bank Holiday
    1. 28 Aug 202630 Aug 2026

Things To Do Highlights

Telford Ice Rink - skaters on the ice

Telford Ice Rink is located in the heart of bustling Southwater. A great day out for all ages with…

Families leaving Jackfield Tile Museum, a historical red brick building.

Jackfield Tile Museum is one of ten museums in Ironbridge Valley of Invention telling the story of…

Off exploring Ropewalk

Severn Gorge Countryside Trust is an independent Charitable Trust and Limited Company. The Trust…

Airea51 main arena

AIREA51 is an indoor family adventure park in Telford.

Buildwas Abbey

Visit the impressive ruins of Buildwas Abbey,  a Cistercian abbey, that retains its 12th century…

Wellington Orbit

Wellington Orbit is a 63 seat cinema and café in the heart of Wellington, Shropshire. Affordable…

Small Woods

Small Woods are the national charitable organisation who stand for sustainable woods alive with…

Lady at a bowling alley

Tenpin Telford is the home of indoor entertainment for a laughter-filled time with family and…

Various breads including sourdough, focaccia, hot cross buns, Shropshire butter bun, cinnamon knot, tiger bread

A bread making school in Ironbridge with in-person and online classes teaching you how to make…

Coalbrookdale Museum of Iron

One of the award-winning museums within the Ironbridge Valley of Invention, managed by the…

Alpaca Meet & Greet

The most intimate way to meet alpacas.

Hencote Vineyard & Estate

Hencote allows visitors to learn the story of the grape from vine to bottle, in wine tours and…

Telford Ice Rink - skaters on the ice

Telford Ice Rink is located in the heart of bustling Southwater. A great day out for all ages with…

Enginuity

One of the award-winning museums within the Ironbridge Valley of Invention, managed by the…

Young girl enjoying using the high ropes course.

Take on the challenge of 36 different obstacles set over 2 levels, test your nerves on the lower…

Wellington Orbit

Wellington Orbit is a 63 seat cinema and café in the heart of Wellington, Shropshire. Affordable…

Royal Air Force Museum Midlands

Take off to the Royal Air Force Museum Midlands and enjoy a great day out for all the family.…

Nettie of the Gorge Floral Workshops

Beautiful and natural flowers with a touch of the wild. Promotes sustainability and supports local…

English Heritage Lilleshall Abbey

Lilleshall Abbey is a 12th-century Augustinian Abbey in peaceful rural setting close to the…

Spa Treatments

The Spa is a great space to unwind and recharge Put your feet up and pamper yourself. Our…

Frontage of Telford Theatre, Oakengates showing Green and Purple colours to the building

Telford's largest live entertainment venue hosting a wide range of entertainment to suite everyone

Exterior of Southwater Library illuminated in with purple lights

Southwater Library is on the first floor in Southwater One, an iconic gold building located in the…

Basket Making at Vine Willow Wood

Vine Willow Wood offers workshops in willow weaving and basketmaking in and around Shropshire.

What's On Highlights

Adam Purnell hosting a Fire Cooking Masterclass

Master open fire cooking on a Kadai with Adam Purnell at Embers Café

Openings

10am - 4pm

16th April 2026
Eyton

Wellington Walking Festival is back this year with another varied programme of walks to suit all…

Openings

Season

8th September 2026-14th September 2026
Weston Park Air Show International

World-class model air show with aerial pyrotechnics at Weston Park.

Openings

8am -

19th June 2026-21st June 2026
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World-class snooker returns to Telford in 2026 as the Players Championship showcases the top 16…

Openings

Season

17th February 2026-22nd February 2026
Spring Wreath Floral Workshop

Create a stunning spring wreath with expert guidance from Nettie

Openings

2 - 4:30pm

28th February 2026

10am - 12:30pm

1st March 2026

10am - 12:30pm and 3pm - 5pm

21st March 2026
Comic Con Midlands

Star guests, cosplay, panels and family fun at Telford International Centre

Openings

Season

5th September 2026-6th September 2026
Sleeping Beauty logo

Get ready for a magical adventure that's anything but sleepy.

Openings

Season

5th February 2026-7th February 2026

Season

7th February 2026
Camper Jam 2026

A fun filled show with a chilled out, take it easy vibe.

Openings

Season

3rd July 2026-5th July 2026
Lino printing process

Join local artist Amanda Hillier to learn to make your very own lino print inspired by nature.

Openings

Season

7th March 2026
Embers Fire Festival

Fire, food and music collide at Embers Fire Festival

Openings

11am - 9pm

2nd May 2026-3rd May 2026
Hot air balloons in Telford Town Park arena

Telford's annual Balloon Fiesta returns to Telford Town Park this August Bank Holiday

Openings

Season

28th August 2026-30th August 2026
Spring Flowers Hand Tied Bouquet Workshop

Create a stunning hand-tied bouquet at Ironbridge Flower School

Openings

3-5pm

14th March 2026
AGBO Rally

AGBO Rally returns to Weston Park with thrilling stage action and vintage rally cars.

Openings

8am -

22nd March 2026
Parklands Festival

Three days of electronic music at Telford Town Park QEII Arena

Openings

Season

19th June 2026-21st June 2026
Willow Weaving

Learn different willow weaving techniques to create bird feeders

Openings

Season

19th February 2026
Krazy Races

A Krazy soapbox derby is heading to Telford Town Park

Openings

10am - 4pm

12th July 2026
Adam Purnell cooking on open flame

Take your fire-cooking skills to the next level with advanced tips and recipes

Openings

10am - 4pm

1st April 2026-2nd April 2026
Adam Purnell cooking over an open fire, meet on a spit

Learn the art of cooking on fire with The Shropshire Lad at Embers Café

Openings

10am - 4pm

12th March 2026-13th March 2026

10am - 4pm

14th May 2026
International Watercolour Masters

World-class watercolour workshops and exhibitions at Lilleshall Hall

Openings

Season

13th May 2026-22nd May 2026

Where to Stay Highlights

Ironbridge View Townhouse

Spectacular Views of the World's First Iron Bridge - Stay in an Award winning Holiday Home in…

The Malthouse Rooms

Located beside the River Severn in the village of Ironbridge Gorge, the lively Malthouse boasts 12…

Priory Cottage Stable Wing

Self Catering cottage in the heart of Much Wenlock, 5 miles from Ironbridge. Attractive listed…

Ramada Hotel Telford

Set in the heart of Telford with its beautiful on site gardens, the Ramada Telford Ironbridge has…

The Water Rat Riverside Pub & Rooms

There are 6 beautifully appointed en-suite bedrooms in the connected Georgian House, with the large…

Puddle Duck Cottages

Award winning luxury self-catering holiday cottages that have been featured as one of the top…

Temple of Diana

A stay on the estate gives guests the chance to truly enjoy the beauty and tranquillity of the…

The International Hotel

Our hotel has 101 bedrooms, a mixture of double and twin occupancy. Continental breakfast is…

TEL;Scouts Meadow

Located in the UNESCO World Heritage Site Ironbridge Gorge, Scout's Meadow is tucked away through…

Ironbridge Holidays

Welcome to Ironbridge Holidays, a premier collection of self catering  accommodation in the famous…

Coalport Station Holidays

Coalport Station Holidays offers exceptional self-catering accommodation in two railway carriages…

1 Park Grange Holidays Static Caravans

STATIC HOLIDAY CARAVANS CARAVAN CLUB TOURING SITE [CL] We are a small family run Park set in the…

The Barn Lees Farm - The Annex

Welcome to The Barn at Lees Farm located in the heart of the UNESCO World Heritage Site…

Coalbrookdale Villa Guest House

Coalbrookdale Villa Guest House is set in the quiet village of Coalbrookdale, just a mile from the…

The Grange - Hencote- A Georgian Farmhouse

The Grange is a newly resorted Georgian Farmhouse which can cater up to 14 guests across 7 en suite…

The White Hart

Sitting on the Banks of the River Severn in the heart of the World Heritage Site of Ironbridge…

Front of Venue

Best Western Valley Hotel is a Country House hotel situated in the heart of the UNESCO World…

Premier Inn Newport Telford

Situated on the edge of the historic market town of Newport, the 83-bedroom Premier Inn…

Master Suite

Spa and golf retreat overlooking the Ironbridge Gorge in Telford. Our Telford Hotel & Golf Resort,…

Lilleshall House

Wake up in the beautiful countryside in the historic stately home of Lilleshall House, Built in…

Hadley Park House

Hadley Park House Hotel is an award-winning four-star luxury hotel and wedding venue in Telford.…

Sambrook Manor Holiday Cottages

Set in a picturesque small village on the Shropshire/Staffordshire border Sambrook Manor holiday…

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Inspiration

  1. Short breaks away in Telford in the New Year

    The start of a new year is the perfect opportunity to take a short break and recharge after the busy holiday season.

    12 Dec 2025
  2. Christmas events open at Exotic Zoo

    A festive Christmas Village and Santa’s Grotto have officially opened at Exotic Zoo on selected dates across December.

    5 Dec 2025
  3. This Christmas, step into a world of festive wonder as Attingham Park brings you ‘A Very Attingham Christmas.’

    Join one of the most popular National Trust properties over the festive period.

    26 Nov 2025
  4. Santa needs YOU! Join the Royal Elf Force this Christmas

    Curious to know how Santa delivers gifts around the world in just one night, join the Royal Elf Force to find out. 

    26 Nov 2025
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